Multi-section patterns

[ScrollerGuy]

The size of the scroll saw really limits the size of the pieces we can cut, though spiral blades do extend the limit somewhat, but not to the extent I'm thinking about. I've never seen multi-section patterns available that, when the smaller parts are cut and then placed together, make a larger scene. Maybe six to ten or more 14–20-inch patterns that mount together to complete a scene. I imagine the parts would be cut out of rather than cut into the wood (though either could work) and one section might flow into the next section but be complete by itself if desired. One idea might have interchangeable sections where say a bird on a branch could be one of several bird patterns to choose from. Or maybe a moose could be swapped for a wolf or a bear. Maybe a scene would rise from the floor in a corner and use both walls for a corner scene. The possibilities are endless...  

I have some rather large and empty walls in several areas of my house that I would like to fill with some interesting scenes and wonder if any such patters exist.

Any thoughts and ideas on this topic would be appreciated. 

[Wichman]

The Winfield collection has three patterns for outdoor benches that feature a three panel design, you could stack the designs for larger areas.  https://www.thewinfieldcollection.com/products/bear-ridge-bench-wood-pattern

Did you see my project I did as a Wedding present? It had three tongue in grove panels that were glued to a plywood backer, the finished size was about 18 x 24". I'm getting ready to cut another pattern, the Elkaholic, from pine shiplap, it's finished size will be 20 x 30", I plan to glue the pattern to the boards, then cut the pattern to separate the boards, cut the patterns, and then reassemble the cut pieces on a backer. The recipient, who gave me the boards, wants the look of the pattern cut out of the boards.

Also, if you gave a 2" border to the pieces and used several roller stands, you could cut a pattern out of a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood using a 22" saw. You would need a suspended platform, hanging from the ceiling/rafters, to lay on while you guided the piece through the saw.

here is a video of a gentleman who does large scale cuttings     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0hfi6VPUXU 

In the pattern library is a pattern titled life, it has several panels depicting various stages of life, i plan to cut it out of 6" tongue and groove panels, stay tuned :) 

 

[ScrollerGuy]

1 hour ago, Wichman said:

The Winfield collection has three patterns for outdoor benches that feature a three panel design, you could stack the designs for larger areas.  https://www.thewinfieldcollection.com/products/bear-ridge-bench-wood-pattern

Those are nice benches, and I'd like to make one but the large center panels are what I'm trying to avoid. 

Did you see my project I did as a Wedding present?

Yes, I did and like how you joined the panels to make a larger finished project. 

It had three tongue in grove panels that were glued to a plywood backer, the finished size was about 18 x 24". I'm getting ready to cut another pattern, the Elkaholic, from pine shiplap, it's finished size will be 20 x 30", I plan to glue the pattern to the boards, then cut the pattern to separate the boards, cut the patterns, and then reassemble the cut pieces on a backer. The recipient, who gave me the boards, wants the look of the pattern cut out of the boards.

I think "pattern cut out of the boards' is what I'm after and instead of a backer I'd just attach them directly to the wall.

Also, if you gave a 2" border to the pieces and used several roller stands, you could cut a pattern out of a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood using a 22" saw. You would need a suspended platform, hanging from the ceiling/rafters, to lay on while you guided the piece through the saw.

I've been called "Crazy" before, but I'm not THAT CRAZY.  

here is a video of a gentleman who does large scale cuttings     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0hfi6VPUXU 

He sure made some nice pieces! 

In the pattern library is a pattern titled life, it has several panels depicting various stages of life, i plan to cut it out of 6" tongue and groove panels, stay tuned  

I look forward to seeing your project come to life!

Thanks

1 hour ago, Wichman said:

 

 

[Dan]

Here' the bear ridge bench I made years ago. The backrest is five panels as @Wichman said. I did very little sanding to get the panels to match and it all came together well considering it was one of my first project on the scroll saw. So to answer your question...yes, it can be done.

[Scrappile]

47 minutes ago, Dan said:

Here' the bear ridge bench I made years ago. The backrest is five panels as @Wichman said. I did very little sanding to get the panels to match and it all came together well considering it was one of my first project on the scroll saw. So to answer your question...yes, it can be done.

Do the plans include the plans for that bench?  That is a vert nice bench.  You do not leave it outside do you?

[ScrollerGuy]

1 hour ago, Dan said:

Here' the bear ridge bench I made years ago. The backrest is five panels as @Wichman said. I did very little sanding to get the panels to match and it all came together well considering it was one of my first project on the scroll saw. So to answer your question...yes, it can be done.

Wow! Very nice!

[Wichman]

1 hour ago, Scrappile said:

Do the plans include the plans for that bench?  That is a vert nice bench.  You do not leave it outside do you?

The plans do include the bench and it is listed in the outside furniture section.

 

[Dan]

10 hours ago, Scrappile said:

Do the plans include the plans for that bench?  That is a vert nice bench.  You do not leave it outside do you?

Yes, the plans are for the whole bench. I made out cedar but the panels were plywood. In Alaska I left it out on the porch all summer as we didn't get much rain, then put it in the garage during the winter. When we moved to Kentucky I had it on our porch but the rain did a number on it so we put it in the burn pile. I think it's time to make a new one.

[barb.j.enders]

Sounds like spaces for some intarsia work.  https://dioceseofraleigh.org/news/holy-infant-church-unveils-intarsia-art-installation

[ScrollerGuy]

Wow! That is a BIG project!

[Dan]

8 hours ago, barb.j.enders said:

Sounds like spaces for some intarsia work.  https://dioceseofraleigh.org/news/holy-infant-church-unveils-intarsia-art-installation

That is awesome...and huge!! Thanks for sharing.